Expected normal findings during the inspection of spinal alignment include:
A) asymmetric skin folds at the neck.
B) slight right-sided scapular elevation.
C) concave lumbar curve.
D) the head positioned superiorly to the gluteal cleft.

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Spinal alignment is considered within normal limits when the patient's head is positioned directly over the gluteal cleft. The skin folds should be symmetric, the scapulae are at even heights, and both the cervical and lumbar curves are convex.

Expected Normal Findings During the Inspection of Spinal Alignment Include